An Attorney With Over 35 Years of Experience in Matrimonial and Family Law

Family law can be frightening. Sometimes you need a guide.

DO YOU NEED AN ATTORNEY?

The legal system can intimidate and overwhelm anyone, especially when the issue is divorce or separation, parenting time or support of children. It's a difficult landscape to navigate on your own. Call 518-736-1146 or email lawoffice@ellenross.com to discuss what an attorney may be able to do for you.

Satellite office in Fonda Re-opening NOVEMBER 2022

In November 2022, I will be re-opening my Montgomery County satellite office, located at Camp Mohawk Plaza, 2623 State Highway #30A, Fonda, New York. This location was chosen because it is close to the Montgomery County courthouse. Client appointments at this location are by scheduled appointment only, no drop-ins. I am currently serving as an Assistant Public Defender in Montgomery County, assigned to Family Court. Due to the time demands of this position, I am only accepting a limited number of privately-retained cases at this time.

RESOLVING FAMILY LAW ISSUES EITHEr IN OR OUT OF COURT

THERE ARE DIFFERENT PATHS THAT YOU MAY CHOOSE.

Sometimes we all need a guide along the journey.

Navigating the tricky landscape of the court system can take time and experience. Your attorney can be your ally and guide through the difficult process of participating in court proceedings. Your attorney can also review with you the possible alternatives to court.

Sometimes you just don't want to go it alone. Call or email to schedule a consultation to learn more.

COLLABORATIVE PRACTICE

Divorce and other family law disputes can often be resolved out of court through the collaborative process. In collaborative practice, the attorneys and clients agree at the beginning of the process that if the matter cannot be settled out of court, both attorneys will withdraw from the case. This gives both the parties and the attorneys a significant incentive to stay at the negotiating table instead of walking out with the announcement "See you in court."

DIVORCE MEDIATION

Attorney Ellen Ross also offers divorce mediation services, through Fulmont Family Mediation Service. Originally started in 1989 with her late husband Ken Newman, the Fulmont Family Mediation Service stands ready to help you work out your family law issues before you ever walk in the door of the courthouse.

DIVORCE COACHING

Another available option you might consider is divorce coaching. This is different from legal representation. Contact Ellen Ross to find out more.

INITIAL CONSULTATION

$25.00

Schedule an initial consultation to discuss your options. Appointments may be scheduled by telephone or video chat. Let me know which video chat options you prefer. There will also be limited in-person appointments available at the new Fonda, NY location at Camp Mohawk Plaza.

About Ellen Ross